Andrew Hemphill, Port Director, Peel Ports Clydeport said: “This is a fine example of how our connections with Liverpool are adding real value to our customers who are experiencing an increase in export demand.

“The new deep-water Liverpool2 container terminal is opening up a lot of exciting options for importers and exporters. As part of the Peel Ports Group we’re ideally placed to offer those benefits to businesses in Scotland.

“I am very much looking forward to welcoming more vessels like the POHORJE from Liverpool.”

Earlier this year, Greenock Ocean Terminal announced its intention to handle 200,000 TEUs a year by 2021, which represents a 100% increase on today’s 100,000 units.

Plans to grow the terminal have also been drawn up to help the team reach their ambitions, including a 150m quayside extension to support larger vessels coming in.